June-FINAL

Miracle or Myth?
Garcinia Cambogia
The fruit for weight loss
It has been debated whether
or not Garcinia Cambogia
is effective and/or safe for
weight loss. Garcinia Cambogia
is a citrus fruit that grows
in Southeast Asia, and an
extract from the fruit’s rind—
hydroxycitric acid (HCA)—is the
active ingredient. HCA increases
metabolism, burns fat quickly,
and is said to curb appetite.
Research behind its effectiveness has
been mixed, but some believe it is a
weight loss miracle drug that requires no
exercise, no dieting, and no extra effort.
Some studies show promising results
that the fruit makes use of glucose
easier for the body and lowers insulin
levels, which is a positive for diabetics.
It reportedly has been shown to reduce
appetite by raising levels of serotonin
in the brain, to curb cravings, and to
lower the body’s ability to make fat
by blocking the citrate lyase enzyme,
which is used to make fat. Studies also
indicate the weight loss drug can lower
triglycerides and bad cholesterol.
On the other hand, there are studies
that have concluded that Garcinia
Cambogia did not help people
noticeably lose weight. Some reviews
indicate weight loss results in those
taking the fruit are not much higher
than those who have not taken it.
Many sources say “better studies are
needed.” There are aspects of using
the fruit that are questionable, such
as its effects on the liver. It is advised
that Garcinia Cambogia may react
badly with medications for allergies,
asthma, diabetes/blood sugar control,
cholesterol, and psychiatric conditions,
as well as iron for anemia, pain
medicines, or blood thinners.
Anyone who is pregnant or nursing, or
those with kidney or liver problems,
should not use Garcinia Cambogia, and
as always, anyone interested in seeing
if the fruit is a miracle weight loss drug
should consult a doctor or physician
before use.
Side effects reportedly can include
dizziness, headaches, dry mouth,
upset stomach, and diarrhea.
Despite studies, success stories have
reportedly been shared around the
globe. A Tweet by famous comedian
Amy Schumer in November 2015
thanked Garcinia Cambogia for
easy weight loss success. Schumer
reportedly said she loved that the
product was all-natural and safe for
her body, and she would recommend
it to anyone in her life.
An MTV News reporter tried out the
miracle pills after Schumer’s reported
success, along with green coffee, and
said she dropped 28 pounds in one
month just by taking two pills per
day. Comments on an MTV News –
Canada thread about Schumer’s use
and the reporter’s use of the pills also
share,success stories.
Many cases point out the importance
of finding the most pure Garcinia
Cambogia product as possible, rather
than one with filler, for the safest and
best succes.
When considering trying
anything new, like this socalled
miracle weight loss
regimen, remember to do
your own research; so much
information is right at your
fingertips.
Article By: Adeena Harbst
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